Supreme Court clears UP’s Kukrail night safari project after CZA, CEC approvals
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The Supreme Court cleared the Uttar Pradesh government’s Kukrail night safari and zoological park project following approvals from the Central Zoo Authority and Central Empowered Committee.
Background
The project is located in the Kukrail Reserve Forest, Uttar Pradesh. The Supreme Court mandated that the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) must conduct periodic visits to ensure compliance with environmental conditions.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCentral Zoo Authority (CZA): Statutory body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change to regulate zoos and safari parks.
- BodyCentral Empowered Committee (CEC): Body established to oversee environmental clearances and compliance in sensitive zones.
- PlaceKukrail Reserve Forest: Located in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the balance between promoting eco-tourism and ensuring the conservation of biodiversity in protected forest areas in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Regulatory oversight: Ensuring the Central Zoo Authority maintains rigorous standards for animal welfare and habitat preservation.
- Compliance monitoring: Addressing the gap between obtaining environmental clearances and long-term adherence to ecological safeguards.
- Eco-tourism trade-offs: Balancing the economic benefits of night safaris with the potential disruption of nocturnal wildlife behavior.
Keywords: Eco-tourism · Biodiversity Conservation · Regulatory Compliance · Environmental Impact Assessment · Wildlife Management
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